Summary
Nine dangerous buildings came in at a $260,000 bid, but only $100,000 is budgeted. Staff proposes buying demolition equipment (~$510,000) and using street crews in winter months to bring demolitions in-house for unlimited teardowns.
At a glance
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Last discussed Jul 28, 2026.
Impact analysis
$100,000 budgeted now; in-house option would need ~$510,000 equipment plus ~$195,000 staffing.
Neighborhoods blighted by dangerous structures would see faster cleanups.
Mentions & discussions (2)
City Council - Jul 28, 2026
Nine dangerous buildings came in at a $260,000 bid, but only $100,000 is budgeted. Staff proposes buying demolition equipment (~$510,000) and using street crews in winter months to bring demolitions in-house for unlimited teardowns.
City Council - Jul 7, 2026
Updated rules for how the city handles hazardous and abandoned building abatement — relevant to neighborhoods dealing with derelict structures.
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